In Missouri City, Ford came out on top in a three-way race against Marshall, 52, a local businessman, and Rodney Griffin, 66, a retired real estate broker.

Ford, 39, an urban planner and architectural designer, said with that knowledge, she is focusing her efforts in keeping her message out in front of voters.

"I was the front runner in the race, and I am confident that as long as I stay focused and committed to the community of Missouri City District A, we will be successful in the race," Ford said.

Meanwhile, in a press release sent out days after the May 11 election, Griffin said he is putting his support behind Ford for the District A runoff.

Ford said the support is indicative of the change that residents in this part of Missouri City have wanted for quite some time.

"They want leadership that is present, engaging and proactive to finding solutions to their concerns and issues before they become problems," Ford said. "Overwhelmingly, the residents of District A believe I am that leader and they are ready to return to the polls on June 15 so that they can cast their vote for me."

Marshall, who has served four years on City Council, declined to speak on the record about the runoff.

During the campaign prior to the May 11 election, Marshall said he support an ordinance that imposed a fee on certain emergency services provided by firefighters to recoup costs. However, Ford said she thought the ordinance was a bad idea.

Ford said a comprehensive evaluation of the city is in order to prioritize infrastructure projects.

Marshall said upgrading the city's aging infrastructure, some of which is 50 years old, is a top priority.

Ford sees Missouri City as a gateway to Houston amenities, which makes the city an ideal location for businesses.

Marshall said the city is working hard to attract new businesses and already has a few that are laying the foundation for jobs and growth in Missouri City.

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In a three-person race on May 11, Bolf received the most votes and hopes she can translate her front-runner status into a clear victory.

"I think I got my message across during the first election," said Bolf, 53, a parts/sales/marketing manager.

"Getting to every door has been difficult, but I have been going door-to-door to speak with voters and see if I align with them and they align with me."

Bolf said she is staying consistent with her message to voters to remain fiscally conservative, anti-big government and open to more government transparency.

Bolf said many of her supporters are upset with how the city has embarked on transportation projects, or annexed property and that their concerns are not being heard.

"They don't feel the local government is listening to them," Bolf said.

Arroyos, 49, a retirement benefits manager, said he has also been meeting with potential voters and supporters and is feeling confident going into the runoff.

"We are sticking to our message and it's the same campaign platform we've had before," he said. Run-offs are all about mobility. The gist of the campaigning is usually over. The runoff is all about mobility, which means getting everyone to the polls."

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Arroyos, who said many of those he has spoken with are happy he is in the runoff against Bolf, said he fully expected to be in the runoff.

"I knew full well that we had to make a commitment for the long term," he said.